Demand Planning Manager, Lakes

• Vertiv is seeking a Demand Planning Manager, Great Lakes with deep expertise in planning for industrial goods—ideally with direct experience in configure-to-order and high-volume make-to-stock products within a 2-tier distribution model. The ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker and hands‑on executor, passionate about driving operational excellence and customer value in a dynamic, growth‑oriented environment.
• As a key member of the Americas Channel Sales team, you will own the creation and continuous improvement of SKU‑level demand forecasts for the Racks Product Line (IT Systems Business Unit, North America). You will collaborate cross‑functionally with Sales, Product Management, Marketing, Manufacturing, and Analytics to integrate both quantitative and qualitative insights into the demand plan. Your work will directly support Vertiv’s SIOP (Sales, Inventory & Operations Planning) process and enable the organization to deliver on its strategic priorities.

• Develop and maintain rolling 18‑month SKU‑level demand forecasts for Vertiv’s industrial products and services, aligning plans to sales targets and market realities.
• Partner with Sales to analyze historical trends, market share, and customer intelligence, translating insights into actionable demand plans.
• Integrate business intelligence from Product Management, Sales Operations, and Marketing to anticipate shifts in demand driven by programs, promotions, projects, and product lifecycle events.
• Lead and facilitate weekly cross‑functional forecast reviews, ensuring transparency, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Actively participate in SIOP and executive SIOP meetings, representing the voice of demand planning and driving alignment across functions.
• Collaborate with short‑range planners and Sales Operations Execution to ensure seamless communication and rapid response to changing market conditions.
• Own and improve forecast accuracy metrics, proactively identifying and executing actions to enhance process efficiency and reduce waste.
• Uphold data integrity and process discipline in all aspects of demand planning.

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Operations, Supply Chain, or equivalent experience.
• 8-10 years of relevant demand planning experience, with a strong preference for candidates who have managed industrial goods in configure‑to‑order and make‑to‑stock environments, especially within a 2‑tier distribution model.
• Demonstrated ability to create, execute, and continuously improve planning processes in a fast‑paced, matrixed organization.
• Advanced analytical skills, including expertise in Excel and data‑driven forecasting.
• Exceptional collaboration, communication, and project management skills.
• Proven ability to work independently, handle complexity, and drive decision‑making with minimal supervision.
• Adaptability, flexibility, and a growth mindset—ready to bring external best practices and fresh thinking to Vertiv.

Vertiv’s culture is built on our Core Principles—Safety, Integrity, Respect, Teamwork, and Diversity & Inclusion—and brought to life through our Strategic Priorities:

• Customer Focus: You put the customer at the center of every decision, building strong relationships and delivering superior value.
• Operational Excellence: You drive efficiency, scalability, and continuous improvement in every process you touch.
• High‑Performance Culture: You hold yourself and others accountable, act with urgency, and deliver results.
• Innovation: You seek out new ideas, challenge the status quo, and help Vertiv lead in technology and service.
• Financial Strength: You understand the impact of your work on the bottom line and strive for profitable growth.
• Drive Continuous Improvement: You relentlessly pursue better ways of working, learning from successes and setbacks alike.
• Learn and Seek Out Development: You invest in your own growth and support the development of those around you.

• No special physical requirements.

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